Can you believe Kirby Smart’s Georgia has choked on covering these massive spreads for what feels like forever? Seriously, the guy is a mind-boggling 0-15 against the spread in his career when his team is favored by 38 points or more. Yeah, you read that right: fifteen times they’ve been huge favorites and fifteen times they haven’t gotten the job done for the bettors. But you know what? All things gotta end sometime, right? This Week 1 matchup against Tennessee State feels like the moment Smart and Georgia finally break that streak.
Georgia Is About To Run Wild, No Matter How Hard They Try Not To
Tennessee State is just gonna be completely overmatched. We’re talking about a team that got convincingly smashed last year by UT Martin by 19 points, Lindenwood by 22, and Gardner Webb by 16. Those aren’t exactly powerhouse programs, and Tennessee State got handled easily. Georgia could probably cover this huge number without even breaking a sweat. It’s time for Smart to finally get off that 0-15 slump, and I’m backing Georgia big time to get it done. The talent gap is just too wide, and the Dawgs are going to finally bust through that spread.
Louisville’s Underdog Story Is Built For Week 1
Then there’s Jeff Brohm. The Louisville coach has this prolific track record as an underdog that you just gotta love. He’s 27-15 in his career when his team isn’t expected to win, and that’s a stat you can take to the bank. This is one trend I’m absolutely buying into for Week 1. Louisville is rolling out Ohio State transfer Lincoln Kienholz at quarterback, and this dude is an athletic runner who’s gonna give Ole Miss a ton to think about. But it’s not just Kienholz. Running back Isaac Brown, who tore it up for over 1,000 yards as a freshman in 2024 before injuries derailed his 2025 season, is back and healthy. He’s had all spring and summer to prep, and you know he’s itching to prove himself. With Brohm’s magic as a ‘dog and those weapons, Louisville is set up to make some noise.
Notre Dame’s Defense Is A Brick Wall At Lambeau
Over at historic Lambeau Field, we’ve got a Sunday night battle with Notre Dame kicking off their season with huge hopes and a roster absolutely loaded with talent. We’re talking future NFL players all over the field, both offense and defense. My money’s on the Notre Dame defense to just straight up dominate. They’re gonna stifle what looks like a pretty limited Wisconsin offense. With Notre Dame eyeing a return to the College Football Playoff, they’re gonna grab a big lead early and then just milk that clock, keeping the score way down. Get ready for a defensive clinic at Lambeau.
Week 1 college football is here, and it’s gonna set the tone for these teams! Get ready for some wild action, because these opening matchups always deliver.
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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